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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2022-06-09 minutes MINUTES JEFFERSON CITY PUBLIC WORKS AND PLANNING COMMITTEE John G. Christy Municipal Building, 320 East McCarty Street Council Chambers and Virtual June 9, 2022 Committee Members Present: Attendance Ron Fitzwater 3 of 3 David Kemna 3 of 3 Mike Lester 3 of 3 Mark Schreiber 3 of 3 Scott Spencer 3 of 3 Staff Present: Matt Morasch, Director of Public Works David Bange, City Engineer Don Fontana, Stormwater Engineer Jon Fitch, Civil Engineer II Mark Mehmert, Transit Division Director Eric Barron, Planning/MPO Manager Rachel Senzee, Neighborhood Services Supervisor Katrina Williams, Planner Karli Reinkemeyer, Neighborhood Services Specialist Matt Kreyling, Building Official Jessica Rackers, IT Dustin Birch, Associate City Counselor Todd Spalding, Director of Parks and Recreation Matt Schofield, Fire Chief Steve Crowell, City Administrator Angie Haslag, Administrative Assistant Chairman Fitzwater called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. A quorum was present at this time. The following guests attended the meeting: Mayor Carrie Tergin; Matt Brenneke, 1605 Marion Drive; Councilman Jack Deeken; and Anna Watson with News Tribune. 1) Introductions No formal introductions were made at this time. The Pledge of Allegiance was done prior to agenda items. Chairman Fitzwater requested Item 3.3. be moved to the front of the agenda. 2) Approval of the May 12, 2022 Committee meeting minutes Councilman Lester moved and Councilman Kemna seconded to approve the May 12, 2022 minutes, with the correction of the second by Schrieber and the votes as follows: Minutes/Jefferson City Public Works and Planning Committee June 9, 2022 2 Aye: Fitzwater, Schrieber, Spencer Nay: Kemna, Lester on Item 9, motion as amended approved. 3) New Business 3. Updates to Chapter 32-230 Litter (David Helmick) Mr. Helmick explained the various amendments to the code which included changing the abatement action for when hazardous conditions exist to a 24-hour time limit and removing the “who has the authority to issue tickets”. There was discussion among Committee members and staff regarding the difference in the time limit f or litter and nuisances. Nuisances are given 10 days due to State Statute. Councilman Spencer moved and Councilman Kemna seconded to forward the code changes to the City Council with recommendation to approve, motion carried. 1. Suspending Transit Fares (Councilman Jack Deeken) Mr. Morasch explained the suggested transit fares suspension as requested by Councilman Jack Deeken. He stated if the Committee were to decide to recommend temporarily suspending fares to the Council, staff recommends a suspension of fixed route fares only for a maximum of up to six months. If the suspension lasts longer than six months, the FTA considers it a permanent change and a fare equity analysis must be conducted. There was discussion with Committee members, staff and those present regarding the loss of revenue, the possibility of more ridership, the need for businesses to promote the program and not suspending the Handiwheels fares as they are reimbursed from State Agencies. Councilman Spencer moved and Councilman Kemna seconded to send a resolution to the City Council with recommendation to approve suspending the fixed route fares for six months, motion carried. 2. TAP Grant Applications (David Bange) Mr. Bange explained the list of projects that were eligible for the Transportation Alternative Program (TAP). He stated TAP grants fund projects that provide alternative modes of transportation including pedestrian, bicycle, and other non -motorized uses. The application deadline in July 15th. There was discussion among Committee members and staff regarding the various projects, if Parks was willing to match funds, and which projects where likely to be approved. Minutes/Jefferson City Public Works and Planning Committee June 9, 2022 3 Councilman Kemna moved and Councilman Schrieber seconded to approve the Wears Creek Greenway, Highway 54 Bypass and the Greenway Crosswalk Improvements, at Southwest and at Lafayette, motion carried. 4. Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (Rachel Senzee) Ms. Senzee explained the City is required to formally submit a proposal for anticipated use of the funds. Staff is requesting the Committee approve the resolution to go forward to the City Council. There was discussion among Committee members and staff regarding affordable housing programs that assist recovery efforts from the 2019 tornado and the g rant providing $7,059,300 to the City. Councilman Lester moved and Councilman Kemna seconded to refer the resolution to the City Council with recommendation to approve, motion carried. 5. Atchison Court Vacation (Councilman Mark Schrieber) Mr. Morasch gave an introduction of the vacation. He explained Lincoln University was to build a dormitory but never did. This could then become a driveway to the University. There was discussion among Committee members and staff regarding the issue, the condition of the street, the benefit to both Lincoln University and the City, and keeping a utility easement. Mr. Morasch stated he would contact Lincoln University and report back to the Committee. Committee members requested this item be placed on the July agenda for follow up. 6. Parking Issues (Councilman Ron Fitzwater) Chairman Fitzwater requested an update. Mr. Morasch explained the field work has been done and the consultant will be back in July with a draft report which will be presented to the Committee in August. There was discussion among Committee members and staff regarding the parking mobile app. Chairman Fitzwater stated he would like for the Committee to keep updated with the Capitol Avenue garage, the MSP prison site, and parking fares. 7. Bird Scooter’s (Councilman Ron Fitzwater) Chairman Fitzwater explained he has had complaints on the scooters stacking up at the Courthouse. Mr. Birch explained there are restrictions on where the scooters can be, which does not include residential areas. 8. Priority Projects for ARPA Funding (Councilman Ron Fitzwater) Minutes/Jefferson City Public Works and Planning Committee June 9, 2022 4 Chairman Fitzwater gave a general update and various ideas for the funds. There was discussion among Committee members and staff regarding the needs of Public Works equipment, the Central Maintenance study, street/utility components of annexations, overlay, and prison projects. 4) Citizen opportunity to address Council/Staff on Stormwater and Other Public Works Issues • 1605 Marion Drive Stormwater Issue – Matt Brenneke Mr. Brenneke explained the storm drain issues which City staff has explained there is no easement for the drain so it is the property owner responsibility. He requested the Council to address his situation as well as other properties. He felt there should be a budget for emergency situations. There was discussion among Committee members, staff, and those present regarding easements, funding, cost sharing, and updating the code for these issues. • Ms. Williams explained staff will have an Active Transportation Plan for the City Council in July. The plan will give a better understanding of priorities. • Councilman Spencer requested staff to review the sign code for possible changes. 5) Reports: Neighborhood Service Grant Updates (Rachel Senzee) Ms. Senzee gave an update on the grants. She explained staff is continually looking for opportunities for use of grant funds. She stated this item will be a continual agenda item to update the public about funding opportunities, give Council the information to provide their respective constituency, and provide information to support budgetary decisions. 6) Adjourn Councilman Kemna moved and Councilman Lester seconded to adjourn the meeting at this time, 9:27 a.m., motion carried.